This milestone achievement makes Forbel and Peruvian grower Pampa Baja the first Sustainably Grown certified citrus growers worldwide, according to importer Jac. Vandenberg.

Verification services owned by WFCF include IMI Global, Postelsia, SureHarvest, Validus and WFCF Organic.

Through expanding its Fair Trade program, NatureSweet expects to be able to benefit more than 10,000 agricultural workers.

The company said that for Mosa to receive the certification, it was assessed on performance, accountability and transparency in their social and environmental impact.

NatureSweet said it pursued B Corp certification to encourage other organizations in the produce industry to prioritize the well-being of their workers and communities.

The exclusive new product that combines the humane and sustainable practices of Niman Ranch and its network of independent family ranchers with the quality standards of CAB.

With the SQF certification, the company looks to expand its sales opportunities in the retail and B2B ingredient channels.

Kowalski’s Markets is now offering Fyffes Fair Trade Certified Bananas in its 11 grocery stores.